Ghana Politics

The National Democratic Congress (NDC) has revealed its national campaign team for the December 7, 2024, general elections, following detailed discussions and consultations. This announcement was made through a statement by the party’s General Secretary, Fifi Fiavi Kwetey, on Tuesday, June 18. Fifi Kwetey will head the campaign as the …

Kennedy Agyapong, Member of Parliament for Assin Central, has reaffirmed his loyalty to the New Patriotic Party (NPP) and denied any intention of running as an independent presidential candidate in the December elections. During his 64th birthday celebration on Sunday, June 16, Agyapong addressed rumors about his political ambitions, stating, …

Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, the Member of Parliament for North Tongu, has formally petitioned the government to immediately halt the sale of four hotels owned by the Social Security and National Insurance Trust (SSNIT) to Rock City Hotel, which is owned by Dr. Bryan Acheampong, the Minister of Food and Agriculture. …

The World Bank has sanctioned a $250 million credit from the International Development Association (IDA) along with an additional $10 million grant from the Energy Sector Management Assistance Programme. This funding is intended to support a four-year Ghana Energy Sector Recovery Programme for Results (PforR), aiming to enhance the financial …

The Ghana Police Service has initiated an investigation into the deaths of two individuals in Wa Municipality, Upper West Region. The two incidents were reported today, June 18, 2024, at the Wa East Education Service office and the Wa Model JHS School. Authorities are urging the public, particularly the residents …

The Electoral Commission (EC) has started accepting applications for special voting from eligible institutions and individuals, with the voting set for Monday, December 2, 2024. Applications will be accepted until July 1, allowing eligible individuals with valid reasons to request special voting rights. Special voting is not automatic; qualified individuals …

Today, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, the Member of Parliament for North Tongu, will spearhead a protest against the sale of a 60 percent stake in four hotels owned by the Social Security and National Insurance Trust (SSNIT) to Rock City Hotel, a company owned by Bryan Acheampong, the Minister of Food …

In at move towards revitalizing the nation’s economy, Eric Opoku, the Member of Parliament for Asunafo South, announced that over 9,000 new jobs will be created at the country’s ports as part of the 24-hour strategy proposed by National Democratic Congress (NDC) flagbearer, John Mahama. This ambitious initiative aims to …

In light of the recent controversy surrounding an abandoned patient found in a bush near Gomoa Ojobi, Dr. Prah George Kwame, Medical Director of the Trauma and Specialist Hospital in Winneba, has clarified that the patient was declared healthy and discharged to her preferred destination. The hospital’s statement comes amidst …

Beginning July 1, 2024, foreign nationals entering Ghana will be required to purchase a compulsory health insurance policy costing between $45 and $270 before being allowed entry. This new policy mandates that all foreign nationals in Ghana enroll in a scheme that provides them with access to free healthcare services. …